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VRH 508W

1981 Yamaha XJ750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

821 mi
Last recorded821 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2013
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XJ75026,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRH 508W
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ750
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Sep 2013 821 miles

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 821 miles

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 350 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Sep 2012 195 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 6 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (9.2.8c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (9.2.7b)

Rear shockers, top bolt tight but washers moving.

Pass 30 Oct 2009 40,829 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 40,358 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 39,364 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ750?

Based on 1,811 MOT tests across 320 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
389
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
320
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 32
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 12
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VRH 508W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XJ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 26,718 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha XJ750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VRH 508W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ750 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XJ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VRH 508W registered?

VRH 508W is a 1981 Yamaha XJ750, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is VRH 508W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRH 508W shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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